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Suggested Itinerary WanderLove Fall Day Trip to Schuyler

  • Address
    Rockfish River Rd
    Schuyler, VA 22969
  • Phone
    434-263-7015
  • City
    Schuyler
    Locality
    Nelson
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Every fall, visitors travel to Nelson County to take in the sight of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The gorgeous autumn colors reach their peak mid- to late October each year. Fall’s crisp mornings, pleasant daytime temperatures, and nearly-chilly nights make Nelson a perfect outdoor destination, but there are plenty of cozy indoor amenities as well.

A fall day trip to the Schuyler area proves rewarding to the amateur geologist. Alberene Soapstone Company quarries soapstone, and is the oldest (and only) soapstone supplier in the US. Schuyler is located on one of the world’s largest veins of the metamorphic rock.

One curious effect of being located atop a soapstone vein is that plant life flourishes in Schuyler. The owners of The Quarry Gardens at Schuyler in Nelson are aware of this. The abandoned soapstone quarries have been renovated with hundreds of species of native plants and trees. The rich soil of the gardens is due in part to the minerals the land absorbs from this stone. Nearly 600 species of plant life can be found at The Quarry Gardens at Schuyler. As you look up at the colorful leaves, you’ll note White Ash, Dwarf Hackberry, and Pine.

If you need a place to stay the night, look no further than John & Olivia’s Bed & Breakfast, a Walton’s-themed B&B.  If you’re looking for a bite to eat, enjoy snacks and quick meals from nearby Ike’s Market and Deli. At Ike's you can purchase “The Waltons” books, DVDs, clothing, local crafts and more.

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Last Updated: 08/26/2020

What's Nearby

  • Ike's Country Store
    Ike's Country Store
    6597 Rockfish River Road
    Schuyler, VA 22969
    0.88 MI
  • Walton's Mountain Museum
    Walton's Mountain Museum
    6484 Rockfish River Road
    Schuyler, VA 22969
    0.98 MI
  • Waltons Mountain Museum, Hamner House, & Oakland Museum Tour
    Waltons Mountain Museum, Hamner House, & Oakland Museum Tour
    6484 Rockfish River Road
    Schuyler, VA 22969
    1 MI
  • John & Olivia's Bed & Breakfast Inn
    John & Olivia's Bed & Breakfast Inn
    128 Tree Top Loop
    Schuyler, VA 22969
    1.02 MI
  • Walton Hamner House
    Walton Hamner House
    128 Tree Top Loop
    Schuyler, VA 22969
    1.03 MI

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